ITALIAN STYLE PENNE

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Calories 119/Total Fat 0g/Sat Fats 0g/Trans Fats 0g/Chol 0mg/Sodium 89mg/Carb 22gm/Fiber 4g Sugars 3g/Protein 6g

Ingredients

• 1 {28oz} can diced tomatoes
• 1 can kidney beans, drained, rinsed
• 1/2 lb. dry whole wheat penne pasta
• 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• Balsamic Vinegar to taste
• Parmesan cheese for garnish

Details

Servings 12

Preparation

Step 1

For this recipe, you will want to layer your ingredients.

1st LAYER:
Place pasta on the bottom of your slow cooker insert.

2nd LAYER:
On top of that, pour the diced tomatoes.

3rd LAYER:
Then add the beans.

4th LAYER:
Pour broth over the top.

Sprinkle the Italian herb seasoning, garlic and onion powder over the top and cook on low for 1½-2 hours or until pasta is cooked to your liking. It's okay to lift the lid on this one to check.

When finished, add a splash of balsamic vinegar to taste.

Top with a small amount of freshly grated parmesan cheese.